Business Administration Apprentice

Over 2 years, you’ll mix hands-on experience within our dedicated Operations team with high-quality training from our internal apprenticeship provider. In the role you will be supporting the Finance team by providing a high-quality service to colleagues through day-to-day administrative support to help the team run smoothly. You will develop transferable skills, gain real workplace experience and build the foundations for a successful career.

Key Accountabilities:

Undertake and successfully complete the Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship including attending off-the-job training, completing coursework and maintaining evidence required for assessment Take an active role in personal development, seeking feedback and opportunities to build knowledge of university operations and finance processes Contribute to continuous improvement by supporting the team in identifying opportunities for more efficient and effective ways of working Build effective working relationships with colleagues across the Finance Team and wider University, ensuring a professional, responsive and customer-focused service to internal and external stakeholders Accurately update records using Microsoft Office and other internal systems Produce documents including emails, letters, files, reports and proposals Contribute to team tasks and meetings, helping to achieve team deadlines, taking into consideration fluctuating demands and priorities Manage shared inboxes and queries, responding to customer and stakeholder enquiries in a positive and professional manner, or referring onwards as appropriate Maintain a clean and organised office space, for instance assist with incoming and outgoing mail, parcels, and deliveries and order and monitor office supplies

Training Outcome:

By the end of the apprenticeship, you’ll have the skills, confidence and professional qualification to become a high-performing business administrator. 

Employer Description:

Newcastle University is part of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities. We have over 37,000 students and 6,000 colleagues, giving us a diverse, vibrant and dynamic professional environment. Our UK campus is based in Newcastle city centre and we also have a global presence through our campuses in Singapore and Malaysia. We have a thriving international community of colleagues and students from over 140 countries.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative